Feature Story Writing (excluding Obituaries) ( Daily Group 3)Back
Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Daily Press Entry Title: Last shots of the Revolutionary War? Entry Credit: Joanne Kimberlin Judge Comment: Enchanting writing by Joanne Kimberlin. Her explanation of the Revolutionary War hand grenades captivates the reader. This story could've been as dry as the gunpowder in the old grenades, but her journalistic skill and thorough reporting keep it compelling.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: The Virginian-Pilot Entry Title: Stopped for a Big Gulp, thwarted a robbery Entry Credit: Jane Harper Judge Comment: Excellent reporting of a complicated, deadly robbery incident. The story is well-sourced, and the decision to give the main source anonymity is appropriate, given his clearance of criminal charges. Well done.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Richmond Times-Dispatch Entry Title: Two gunshots, one murder and an unanswerable question: Why did he kill his teammate? Entry Credit: Eric Kolenich Judge Comment: The methodical approach to this tragic story lets it unfold in stages, a great choice. The narration is stark, unembellished, which makes the read compelling. Expertly reported.
